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26/09/21 - Under 21s vs Penistone Church Date Change
Tuesday's Under 21 game at Penistone Church has moved pushed back 48 hours and will now be played at 7:45pm on Thursday 30th September.
The switch helps the players from both sides who are involved in Barnsley FC's Education Program. As a rule they are not allowed to play 24 hours before their regular Wednesday fixtures and we're happy to work with Barnsley FC for the good of the players.
Tuesday's Under 21 game at Penistone Church has moved pushed back 48 hours and will now be played at 7:45pm on Thursday 30th September.
The switch helps the players from both sides who are involved in Barnsley FC's Education Program. As a rule they are not allowed to play 24 hours before their regular Wednesday fixtures and we're happy to work with Barnsley FC for the good of the players.
24/09/21 - Match Preview - AFC Dronfield
On Saturday Wombwell Town host AFC Dronfield in a game that pits two of the title favourites against each other for the first time in two years.
The sides have met three times since The Wellers were formed in 2018 with AFC Dronfield yet to record a win. A late equalising penalty denied Wombwell three wins out of three in AFC Dronfield's only previous visit to the Recreation Ground as the sides drew 1-1.
So far this season tomorrow's visitors have started the season reasonably well with victories over Athersley Recreation Development and Wombwell Main Reserves either side of a 1-0 defeat at home to Kiveton Park.
Last Saturday a George Talbot hat-trick secured the points against an injury hit Wombwell Main Reserves team to put them third in the table, just ahead of Wombwell Town who would over take them with a win tomorrow afternoon.
Manager Karl Rose is likely to have defender George Westwood and attacker Eddie Agnew back in the squad, while the return of another former player to the club would increase striking options.
Unfortunately, Matty Thornton, Lee Bennett and Chris Byrnes may all be absent through injury.
Kick off at the Recreation Ground is 3pm with the clubhouse open before and after the game showing live matches. The Matchday Programme is available for £1.50 at bar, along with some new club merchandise.
On Saturday Wombwell Town host AFC Dronfield in a game that pits two of the title favourites against each other for the first time in two years.
The sides have met three times since The Wellers were formed in 2018 with AFC Dronfield yet to record a win. A late equalising penalty denied Wombwell three wins out of three in AFC Dronfield's only previous visit to the Recreation Ground as the sides drew 1-1.
So far this season tomorrow's visitors have started the season reasonably well with victories over Athersley Recreation Development and Wombwell Main Reserves either side of a 1-0 defeat at home to Kiveton Park.
Last Saturday a George Talbot hat-trick secured the points against an injury hit Wombwell Main Reserves team to put them third in the table, just ahead of Wombwell Town who would over take them with a win tomorrow afternoon.
Manager Karl Rose is likely to have defender George Westwood and attacker Eddie Agnew back in the squad, while the return of another former player to the club would increase striking options.
Unfortunately, Matty Thornton, Lee Bennett and Chris Byrnes may all be absent through injury.
Kick off at the Recreation Ground is 3pm with the clubhouse open before and after the game showing live matches. The Matchday Programme is available for £1.50 at bar, along with some new club merchandise.
24/09/21 - Fixtures Added
First team fixtures until Christmas 2021 have now been added to the website, while the U19 fixtures have been added for the 2021/22 season. Kick off times may change, so keep an eye on social media and the website for any amendments.
First team fixtures until Christmas 2021 have now been added to the website, while the U19 fixtures have been added for the 2021/22 season. Kick off times may change, so keep an eye on social media and the website for any amendments.
17/09/21 - Match Preview - Sheffield Union
The Wellers travel to Northon Playing Fields on Warminster Road in Sheffield on Saturday to face Sheffield Union after a disrupted start to the season.
Following on from the second home match in a row to be abandoned, the club faces a Sheffield Union side who have yet to start their league campaign.
Karl Rose will be without the injured Pete Bartleson who survived just nine minutes of the Association Cup tie last Saturday, while Kieran Price has joined North Gawber Colliery in time for their weekend game against Penistone Church Reserves.
The last time the two sides went head-to-head was back in mid-October 2019 when goals by Brad Kerr, George Westwood and Ryan Smith gave The Wellers a 3-2 victory.
The Wellers travel to Northon Playing Fields on Warminster Road in Sheffield on Saturday to face Sheffield Union after a disrupted start to the season.
Following on from the second home match in a row to be abandoned, the club faces a Sheffield Union side who have yet to start their league campaign.
Karl Rose will be without the injured Pete Bartleson who survived just nine minutes of the Association Cup tie last Saturday, while Kieran Price has joined North Gawber Colliery in time for their weekend game against Penistone Church Reserves.
The last time the two sides went head-to-head was back in mid-October 2019 when goals by Brad Kerr, George Westwood and Ryan Smith gave The Wellers a 3-2 victory.
16/09/21 - Match Abandoned - Injury
Last night's game against Caribbean Sports was abandoned after 35 minutes after a severe injury was sustained by Caribbean Sports player Kyle Williams.
The game had been an entertaining affair with Wellers defender Joe Egan scoring from a corner after just two minutes. Our visitors equalised following a throw in on 28 minutes.
With around ten minutes left in the first half a long ball forward was chased by Williams and Wombwell Town's Jono Davis. The goalkeeper slid in and cleared the ball fairly, however within seconds the striker was down screaming in pain.
There was no hesitation from either bench to attend to the player and it quickly realised how serious the injury was. An ambulance was called and on the way after a couple of minutes on the phone and the decision to abandon the game was made quickly.
The ambulance arrived at 9pm and Kyle was attended to and taken to hospital with a suspected dislocated and double break to his ankle.
We will put an update on social media when we have some news.
The game against Caribbean Sports will be replayed.
Last night's game against Caribbean Sports was abandoned after 35 minutes after a severe injury was sustained by Caribbean Sports player Kyle Williams.
The game had been an entertaining affair with Wellers defender Joe Egan scoring from a corner after just two minutes. Our visitors equalised following a throw in on 28 minutes.
With around ten minutes left in the first half a long ball forward was chased by Williams and Wombwell Town's Jono Davis. The goalkeeper slid in and cleared the ball fairly, however within seconds the striker was down screaming in pain.
There was no hesitation from either bench to attend to the player and it quickly realised how serious the injury was. An ambulance was called and on the way after a couple of minutes on the phone and the decision to abandon the game was made quickly.
The ambulance arrived at 9pm and Kyle was attended to and taken to hospital with a suspected dislocated and double break to his ankle.
We will put an update on social media when we have some news.
The game against Caribbean Sports will be replayed.
11/09/21 - Association Cup Match Preview
This weekend will see the club go head-to-head with Phoenix AFC as the Association Cup gets under way.
Wombwell Town reached the semi-final of the competition during the 2018/19 season and will be delighted if they reach the last four once again.
The competition might not be as strong as in previous seasons with some technical difficulties at Sheffield FA causing some clubs not to be entered into the correct cup, however Penistone Church Res and Handsworth Res are likely to be favourites to lift the trophy.
In order to get to round two The Wellers will have to take the scalp of Central Midlands League side Phoenix AFC who are a step above us in the non-league pyramid.
The Brinsworth based side have not had the best of starts to the season and are going into the game with seven straight defeats, including an 8-0 hammering at Sheffield FC Reserves and a 5-1 home defeat in their opening game against Glapwell.
Our hosts this afternoon have only scored three goals this season, and they were in their last two matches with Tom Snowdon scoring against Glapwell.
Phoenix do have an ex-Weller in their ranks with Jake Bishop making six appearances so far this season. The winger made nine appearances for the club over the two covid seasons, scoring his only goal for the club on his debut,
Karl Rose will be without a couple of players this afternoon due to injury and the lateness of the fixture announcement, after we were expecting to have the weekend free due to our scheduled league match moving to Wednesday because of the go-karting at the Recreation Ground.
Today's game will kick off at the earlier time of 2:00pm, but you can watch the game for free this afternoon at the Phoenix Sports Club, Pavilion Lane, off Bawtry Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5PA.
This weekend will see the club go head-to-head with Phoenix AFC as the Association Cup gets under way.
Wombwell Town reached the semi-final of the competition during the 2018/19 season and will be delighted if they reach the last four once again.
The competition might not be as strong as in previous seasons with some technical difficulties at Sheffield FA causing some clubs not to be entered into the correct cup, however Penistone Church Res and Handsworth Res are likely to be favourites to lift the trophy.
In order to get to round two The Wellers will have to take the scalp of Central Midlands League side Phoenix AFC who are a step above us in the non-league pyramid.
The Brinsworth based side have not had the best of starts to the season and are going into the game with seven straight defeats, including an 8-0 hammering at Sheffield FC Reserves and a 5-1 home defeat in their opening game against Glapwell.
Our hosts this afternoon have only scored three goals this season, and they were in their last two matches with Tom Snowdon scoring against Glapwell.
Phoenix do have an ex-Weller in their ranks with Jake Bishop making six appearances so far this season. The winger made nine appearances for the club over the two covid seasons, scoring his only goal for the club on his debut,
Karl Rose will be without a couple of players this afternoon due to injury and the lateness of the fixture announcement, after we were expecting to have the weekend free due to our scheduled league match moving to Wednesday because of the go-karting at the Recreation Ground.
Today's game will kick off at the earlier time of 2:00pm, but you can watch the game for free this afternoon at the Phoenix Sports Club, Pavilion Lane, off Bawtry Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5PA.
10/09/21 - Let There be Light!
Having tried to fix the problem until 11pm on Wednesday after the abandonment, and then for another few hours again today, our floodlights are back up and running. We thank Andy Morton for his efforts in fixing the fault.
Having tried to fix the problem until 11pm on Wednesday after the abandonment, and then for another few hours again today, our floodlights are back up and running. We thank Andy Morton for his efforts in fixing the fault.
09/09/21 - Match Abandoned - Floodlight Failure
On Wednesday 8th September, our game against Denaby Main was abandoned after 30 minutes due to floodlight failure. Five minutes prior to kick off all eight pylons came on. Just as we were about to take kick off the four pylons opposite the dugouts by the main stand went off.
One of our committee members, Andy Morton, who is an electrician by trade, tried to fix them. Andy managed to get 2 of the 4 working, however the fuse in the 3rd had blown, meaning the 3rd and 4th floodlight could no longer work as they are linked.
Unfortunately, It's a specialist fuse and after 30 minutes of play the game was stopped. After consulting with Andy & the referee, Mr. Mark Ullyott, both secretaries, and both managers agreed the game had no choice but to be abandoned.
We apologise to the supporters of both sides and to the neutral visitors who came to watch, what was, an entertaining game of football for that opening half hour.
We informed the league and were told by Chairman Paul Kay that the game would be re-played in the future. We hope not incur any fine from the league for an electrical fault and will prepare for the possible cup tie against Phoenix on Saturday.
We will inform fans on the floodlight situation ahead of our midweek game against Caribbean Sports next Wednesday.
On Wednesday 8th September, our game against Denaby Main was abandoned after 30 minutes due to floodlight failure. Five minutes prior to kick off all eight pylons came on. Just as we were about to take kick off the four pylons opposite the dugouts by the main stand went off.
One of our committee members, Andy Morton, who is an electrician by trade, tried to fix them. Andy managed to get 2 of the 4 working, however the fuse in the 3rd had blown, meaning the 3rd and 4th floodlight could no longer work as they are linked.
Unfortunately, It's a specialist fuse and after 30 minutes of play the game was stopped. After consulting with Andy & the referee, Mr. Mark Ullyott, both secretaries, and both managers agreed the game had no choice but to be abandoned.
We apologise to the supporters of both sides and to the neutral visitors who came to watch, what was, an entertaining game of football for that opening half hour.
We informed the league and were told by Chairman Paul Kay that the game would be re-played in the future. We hope not incur any fine from the league for an electrical fault and will prepare for the possible cup tie against Phoenix on Saturday.
We will inform fans on the floodlight situation ahead of our midweek game against Caribbean Sports next Wednesday.
08/09/21 - Match Preview - Denaby Main
Following on from the 2-2 draw at Kiveton Park last Saturday we face just as big as test for our opening home match, which comes against another promotion hopeful in Denaby Main.
Denaby have been making steady progress on the pitch, while upgrading their ground in the process. For their opening game of the season they came from a goal down to beat Caribbean Sports 2-1 on home soil with goals from Jordan Cooper and Cameron Till.
Wombwell Town Manager Karl Rose will be hoping some his players missing from the opening day will return to the squad, including Joe Egan and George Westwood in defence following the injuries to defenders Pete Bartleson and Kieran Price during the game at Kiveton Park.
There is also hope that two new signings will be processed ahead of tonight's game as Rose searches for the final pieces of the puzzle to complete his squad.
Entry to the game tonight is free, with the clubhouse open and match programmes are available for £1.50.
Following on from the 2-2 draw at Kiveton Park last Saturday we face just as big as test for our opening home match, which comes against another promotion hopeful in Denaby Main.
Denaby have been making steady progress on the pitch, while upgrading their ground in the process. For their opening game of the season they came from a goal down to beat Caribbean Sports 2-1 on home soil with goals from Jordan Cooper and Cameron Till.
Wombwell Town Manager Karl Rose will be hoping some his players missing from the opening day will return to the squad, including Joe Egan and George Westwood in defence following the injuries to defenders Pete Bartleson and Kieran Price during the game at Kiveton Park.
There is also hope that two new signings will be processed ahead of tonight's game as Rose searches for the final pieces of the puzzle to complete his squad.
Entry to the game tonight is free, with the clubhouse open and match programmes are available for £1.50.
04/09/21 - Match Preview - Kiveton Park
The EV2 Sportswear Sheffield and Hallamshire County Senior League kicks off today and The Wellers travel to Kiveton Park for the first time.
They were due to play at Kiveton during the 2019/20 season knowing a win would make them Division One Champions. Sadly however, Covid announcements struck two days earlier and the league was suspended. With that season scratched and the following season ending before Christmas with just five matches played, Wombwell Town still find themselves in Division One with hopes of clinching promotion in the 2021/22 season.
Since last term there have been a lot of changes to the squad and only 14 registered players from last season returning, with an influx of youth, and landmark signing Matty Thornton freshening up the squad.
Manager Karl Rose is putting faith in players from the Under 21 squad this season and after their 5-0 win at Premier Division side Hepworth United on Tuesday there could be as many as seven players from that squad in for today's game.
They'll be looking to the experience of captain Luke Exley, Pete Bartleson and Gareth McDermott in particular to settle them into competitive adult football against a Kiveton side who will be pushing for promotion themselves.
In the two Covid disrupted seasons our hosts were fourth and third in the league table when football was halted and made it past the group stage in the Spring League Cup, only to be knocked out by Swinton Athletic in the Quarter Finals in a game that included a Matt Thornton goal on 35 minutes.
Rose will be joined by Sam Leigh in the dugout following the departure of James Dudgeon yesterday and the manager knows that a good start is key:
"We know that when we get that first win it will set a momentum for us. Winning breeds confidence and as soon as we get that first win I know we'll have the ability to keep winning and push for promotion once again."
The game will be played at Stroth Lane, Kiveton Park, S26 5QQ. Kick off for the first game of the season is 3:00pm. Kiveton have a clubhouse and a matchday programme available for £1.
The EV2 Sportswear Sheffield and Hallamshire County Senior League kicks off today and The Wellers travel to Kiveton Park for the first time.
They were due to play at Kiveton during the 2019/20 season knowing a win would make them Division One Champions. Sadly however, Covid announcements struck two days earlier and the league was suspended. With that season scratched and the following season ending before Christmas with just five matches played, Wombwell Town still find themselves in Division One with hopes of clinching promotion in the 2021/22 season.
Since last term there have been a lot of changes to the squad and only 14 registered players from last season returning, with an influx of youth, and landmark signing Matty Thornton freshening up the squad.
Manager Karl Rose is putting faith in players from the Under 21 squad this season and after their 5-0 win at Premier Division side Hepworth United on Tuesday there could be as many as seven players from that squad in for today's game.
They'll be looking to the experience of captain Luke Exley, Pete Bartleson and Gareth McDermott in particular to settle them into competitive adult football against a Kiveton side who will be pushing for promotion themselves.
In the two Covid disrupted seasons our hosts were fourth and third in the league table when football was halted and made it past the group stage in the Spring League Cup, only to be knocked out by Swinton Athletic in the Quarter Finals in a game that included a Matt Thornton goal on 35 minutes.
Rose will be joined by Sam Leigh in the dugout following the departure of James Dudgeon yesterday and the manager knows that a good start is key:
"We know that when we get that first win it will set a momentum for us. Winning breeds confidence and as soon as we get that first win I know we'll have the ability to keep winning and push for promotion once again."
The game will be played at Stroth Lane, Kiveton Park, S26 5QQ. Kick off for the first game of the season is 3:00pm. Kiveton have a clubhouse and a matchday programme available for £1.
03/09/21 - Matt Thornton Signs from Swinton Athletic
Wombwell Town have landed 28 year old striker Matthew 'Choco' Thornton from County Senior Premier side Swinton Athletic.
The prolific striker at step seven scored five goals in just six starts for Swinton last season and six in ten starts for North Gawber during the last two Covid hit seasons. During the 2017/18 and 18/19 seasons he notched up 30 goals in 47 appearances and his move down a division to step eight shows intent by his new club.
While waiting for the rubber stamp to go on the transfer the former Emley, Shaw Lane Aquaforce and Athersley Rec forward explained why he has transferred to The Wellers on the eve of the season.
"I spoke to Karl (Rose) and Sam (Leigh) before pre-season and the ambition of the club is massive. It's a club that's going places, especially with all the work going on off the pitch. I live close now so it's basically on my doorstep, which makes it easier.
"I'm looking forward to seeing where the club can go in the next few years. It's a club with massive potential and I believe that with the right crop it can achieve a lot. I know Lee Bennett from our time at Shaw Lane and Athersley Rec together. I also played with Luke Exley at North Gawber and look forward to meeting the rest of the team.
"I've had a few successful seasons at Gawber and Swinton, so my aim is to score as many goals as I can and help the team win this league."
At the start of pre-season Matty joined his brother, Joe, in an ex-Shaw Lane XI/Wombwell Town team in a charity match against Worsbrough Bridge to raise money for the Dan Wilkinson foundation. 'Choco' scored a header in the first half and will look to make an impact on his debut at Kiveton Park tomorrow.
Wombwell Town have landed 28 year old striker Matthew 'Choco' Thornton from County Senior Premier side Swinton Athletic.
The prolific striker at step seven scored five goals in just six starts for Swinton last season and six in ten starts for North Gawber during the last two Covid hit seasons. During the 2017/18 and 18/19 seasons he notched up 30 goals in 47 appearances and his move down a division to step eight shows intent by his new club.
While waiting for the rubber stamp to go on the transfer the former Emley, Shaw Lane Aquaforce and Athersley Rec forward explained why he has transferred to The Wellers on the eve of the season.
"I spoke to Karl (Rose) and Sam (Leigh) before pre-season and the ambition of the club is massive. It's a club that's going places, especially with all the work going on off the pitch. I live close now so it's basically on my doorstep, which makes it easier.
"I'm looking forward to seeing where the club can go in the next few years. It's a club with massive potential and I believe that with the right crop it can achieve a lot. I know Lee Bennett from our time at Shaw Lane and Athersley Rec together. I also played with Luke Exley at North Gawber and look forward to meeting the rest of the team.
"I've had a few successful seasons at Gawber and Swinton, so my aim is to score as many goals as I can and help the team win this league."
At the start of pre-season Matty joined his brother, Joe, in an ex-Shaw Lane XI/Wombwell Town team in a charity match against Worsbrough Bridge to raise money for the Dan Wilkinson foundation. 'Choco' scored a header in the first half and will look to make an impact on his debut at Kiveton Park tomorrow.
03/09/21 - James Dudgeon Departs
Assistant Manager James Dudgeon has decided to leave the Club after joining us during our first season.
The former Barnsley, York City and Gainsborough midfielder joined the coaching team at the start of the 2018/19 season and has stood by Karl Rose in the dugout since.
'Dudge' said on his departure: "I have spoken to Karl and made the decision to leave the club. I'm immensely proud of all the efforts made and will continue to make and wish you all the best as a club and as individuals".
Wombwell Town would like to thank Dudge for his efforts over the past three years and wish him all the best where ever he goes next.
Assistant Manager James Dudgeon has decided to leave the Club after joining us during our first season.
The former Barnsley, York City and Gainsborough midfielder joined the coaching team at the start of the 2018/19 season and has stood by Karl Rose in the dugout since.
'Dudge' said on his departure: "I have spoken to Karl and made the decision to leave the club. I'm immensely proud of all the efforts made and will continue to make and wish you all the best as a club and as individuals".
Wombwell Town would like to thank Dudge for his efforts over the past three years and wish him all the best where ever he goes next.
24/08/21 - The U19s are Back!
Just under two months ago we announced that our Under 19s were switching to U21s and now, after weeks of progressive talks, we are delighted to announce the Under 19s are back in action.
Under the guidance of their new manager, Kevin Moreton, the new U19s will switch from the midweek Northern U19 Alliance to the more local Meadowhall & Bud Evans DB Sports Sheffield & District Sunday Football League (DBESFL).
The side will play their matches at St Mary's Playing Fields in Darfield and players will support Jack Butterley's midweek U21 squad with hopes of progressing to the First Team and beyond.
More details of the Under 19s can be found on their dedicated page on the website.
Just under two months ago we announced that our Under 19s were switching to U21s and now, after weeks of progressive talks, we are delighted to announce the Under 19s are back in action.
Under the guidance of their new manager, Kevin Moreton, the new U19s will switch from the midweek Northern U19 Alliance to the more local Meadowhall & Bud Evans DB Sports Sheffield & District Sunday Football League (DBESFL).
The side will play their matches at St Mary's Playing Fields in Darfield and players will support Jack Butterley's midweek U21 squad with hopes of progressing to the First Team and beyond.
More details of the Under 19s can be found on their dedicated page on the website.
13/08/21 - September Fixtures.
Open up your diaries because we've got our fixtures for the month of September.
The first team begin their County Senior League campaign on the road when they travel to Kiveton Park on September 4th. Following this will be two Wednesday night matches against Denaby Main (8th) and Caribbean Sports (15th) before we travel to Sheffield Union on the 18th and round off the month with a home tie on the 25th against AFC Dronfield.
Manager Karl Rose said on the fixtures: "We've got some tough fixtures to start the season, but we know as soon as we get that first win we get our confidence up and we can build momentum."
The U21s also begin their first campaign in the North Midlands Development league in September and could kick off on Tuesday 7th at home to Worsbrough Bridge, which will be confirmed soon. They then face Sheffield Town (a), Sheffield City (h) and Penistone Church (a) to round off the month.
First Team Fixtures:
4th - Kiveton Park (away)
8th - Denaby Main (home)
15th - Caribbean Sports (home)
18th - Sheffield Union (away)
25th - AFC Dronfield (home)
Under 21 Team Fixtures:
7th - Worsbrough Bridge (home - to be confirmed)
13th - Sheffield Town (away)
22nd - Sheffield City (home)
30th - Penistone Church (away)
Open up your diaries because we've got our fixtures for the month of September.
The first team begin their County Senior League campaign on the road when they travel to Kiveton Park on September 4th. Following this will be two Wednesday night matches against Denaby Main (8th) and Caribbean Sports (15th) before we travel to Sheffield Union on the 18th and round off the month with a home tie on the 25th against AFC Dronfield.
Manager Karl Rose said on the fixtures: "We've got some tough fixtures to start the season, but we know as soon as we get that first win we get our confidence up and we can build momentum."
The U21s also begin their first campaign in the North Midlands Development league in September and could kick off on Tuesday 7th at home to Worsbrough Bridge, which will be confirmed soon. They then face Sheffield Town (a), Sheffield City (h) and Penistone Church (a) to round off the month.
First Team Fixtures:
4th - Kiveton Park (away)
8th - Denaby Main (home)
15th - Caribbean Sports (home)
18th - Sheffield Union (away)
25th - AFC Dronfield (home)
Under 21 Team Fixtures:
7th - Worsbrough Bridge (home - to be confirmed)
13th - Sheffield Town (away)
22nd - Sheffield City (home)
30th - Penistone Church (away)
10/08/21 - Friendly Fixtures Updates.
The first team will play North Gawber Colliery on Friday 27th August for a 7:30pm kick off. This will be the third friendly fixture between the two clubs, with neither game completing a full 90 minutes. On both occasions the game was stopped prematurely due to an on-field injury. Hopefully this game will be third time lucky!
Our Under 21 side will now play South Yorkshire Boys at home on Monday 23rd August for a 7:00pm kick off, with their scheduled game two days later against Retford United U21s is now cancelled.
The first team will play North Gawber Colliery on Friday 27th August for a 7:30pm kick off. This will be the third friendly fixture between the two clubs, with neither game completing a full 90 minutes. On both occasions the game was stopped prematurely due to an on-field injury. Hopefully this game will be third time lucky!
Our Under 21 side will now play South Yorkshire Boys at home on Monday 23rd August for a 7:00pm kick off, with their scheduled game two days later against Retford United U21s is now cancelled.
10/08/21 - Opening Day Fixture Announced.
Wombwell Town will travel to Kiveton Park on September 4th to start their Division One campaign. It will be the first time the club has faced our opponents away from home.
More fixtures will be released in due course.
Wombwell Town will travel to Kiveton Park on September 4th to start their Division One campaign. It will be the first time the club has faced our opponents away from home.
More fixtures will be released in due course.
08/08/21 - Player Retain List, New Signings, and Back for Another Spell.
The 2021/22 season will see a rejuvenated squad compete in the Sheffield & Hallamshire County Senior League Division One season set to start on September 4th.
With two seasons of disruption due to the Covid-19 pandemic Karl Rose is looking to challenge for the title once again, knowing a top three spot will give them the chance of gaining their long awaited promotion to the Premier Division and into step seven of the non-league pyramid.
Of the 47 players registered when the club pulled out of the League Cup in May only 14 have been re-signed up to 8th August, including back-up players Sam Leigh (goalkeeping coach) and Pete Bartleson (who missed last season due to injury).
The other 12 retained players are: Lee Bennett, Brad Cresswell, Jono Davis, Joe Egan, Luke Exley, Alfie Glover, Mark Harling, Will Harling, Gareth McDermott, Kieran Price, Matthew Simpson, and George Westwood.
Amongst the new signings is a player returning to the club having moved back to the area. Eddie Agnew last played for the Wellers at the start of the 2019/20 season and will look to add to his 14 appearances and 2 previous goals.
With a focus on young, local talent joining the club most of the new signings will also be eligible to play for our Under 21 side. During pre-season George Hodgkiss, Joe Lund, and Tom Smith have featured for the first team alongside fellow U21 squad members Will Harling, Brad Cresswell, and Matthew Simpson.
Josh Dixon, who will feature in the U21 side as one of the available over-age players, has made an impact at right back in the first team and the last of the signings sees 22 year old Connor Housley and 16 year old Joe Wilson join to add to the attacking options.
Further signings will be announced in due course. Under 21 squad news will be announced soon...
The 2021/22 season will see a rejuvenated squad compete in the Sheffield & Hallamshire County Senior League Division One season set to start on September 4th.
With two seasons of disruption due to the Covid-19 pandemic Karl Rose is looking to challenge for the title once again, knowing a top three spot will give them the chance of gaining their long awaited promotion to the Premier Division and into step seven of the non-league pyramid.
Of the 47 players registered when the club pulled out of the League Cup in May only 14 have been re-signed up to 8th August, including back-up players Sam Leigh (goalkeeping coach) and Pete Bartleson (who missed last season due to injury).
The other 12 retained players are: Lee Bennett, Brad Cresswell, Jono Davis, Joe Egan, Luke Exley, Alfie Glover, Mark Harling, Will Harling, Gareth McDermott, Kieran Price, Matthew Simpson, and George Westwood.
Amongst the new signings is a player returning to the club having moved back to the area. Eddie Agnew last played for the Wellers at the start of the 2019/20 season and will look to add to his 14 appearances and 2 previous goals.
With a focus on young, local talent joining the club most of the new signings will also be eligible to play for our Under 21 side. During pre-season George Hodgkiss, Joe Lund, and Tom Smith have featured for the first team alongside fellow U21 squad members Will Harling, Brad Cresswell, and Matthew Simpson.
Josh Dixon, who will feature in the U21 side as one of the available over-age players, has made an impact at right back in the first team and the last of the signings sees 22 year old Connor Housley and 16 year old Joe Wilson join to add to the attacking options.
Further signings will be announced in due course. Under 21 squad news will be announced soon...
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Josh Dixon
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Joe Egan
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Luke Exley
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Matthew Simpson
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Joe Wilson
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30/07/21 - Doug O'Connor Retires
Wombwell Town Director of Football, and one of the founders of the club, Doug O'Connor has decided to retire after decades of service in football.
Doug made the announcement shortly after the Daniel Wilkinson Trophy game, in which he took charge of a Wombwell Town XI which included former Shaw Lane players and Wellers Stars. Doug, who was Director of Football at Shaw Lane until they folded in 2018, announced to fellow officials: "I've had 60 years in the game and now it's time to give some more people a go. I will still come down and watch Wombwell Town now and again. The club is going forward and I'm sure it will go places. I'm glad to be have been apart of it."
Doug's career in football started when he represented Barnsley Boys and went on to play for Barnsley over four seasons, scoring 7 goals in 36 appearances. He also played for Mansfield Town and Scunthorpe United. When Doug hung up his boots he embarked on a long coaching career and in recent years he stepped in to take temporary charge of Shaw Lane.
When the Ducks folded in 2018 Doug was instrumental, along with Karl Rose, in setting up Wombwell Town and acted as Assistant Manager for the team's first two seasons. Doug also oversaw the creation of the Under 19 team for the 2020/21 season, which later became the Under 21 for the season coming.
The Club wishes Doug (and wife Linda) the happiest of retirements and thank them for their hard work over the last three years with Wombwell Town.
Wombwell Town Director of Football, and one of the founders of the club, Doug O'Connor has decided to retire after decades of service in football.
Doug made the announcement shortly after the Daniel Wilkinson Trophy game, in which he took charge of a Wombwell Town XI which included former Shaw Lane players and Wellers Stars. Doug, who was Director of Football at Shaw Lane until they folded in 2018, announced to fellow officials: "I've had 60 years in the game and now it's time to give some more people a go. I will still come down and watch Wombwell Town now and again. The club is going forward and I'm sure it will go places. I'm glad to be have been apart of it."
Doug's career in football started when he represented Barnsley Boys and went on to play for Barnsley over four seasons, scoring 7 goals in 36 appearances. He also played for Mansfield Town and Scunthorpe United. When Doug hung up his boots he embarked on a long coaching career and in recent years he stepped in to take temporary charge of Shaw Lane.
When the Ducks folded in 2018 Doug was instrumental, along with Karl Rose, in setting up Wombwell Town and acted as Assistant Manager for the team's first two seasons. Doug also oversaw the creation of the Under 19 team for the 2020/21 season, which later became the Under 21 for the season coming.
The Club wishes Doug (and wife Linda) the happiest of retirements and thank them for their hard work over the last three years with Wombwell Town.
30/07/21 - Worksop Town Friendly Date Change
Our pre-season friendly fixture against Worksop Town will now be played on Thursday 5th August at 7:30pm.
Our pre-season friendly fixture against Worksop Town will now be played on Thursday 5th August at 7:30pm.
29/07/21 - Wellers to Stay in Division One
Following the County Senior League AGM it was confirmed Wombwell Town will remain a Division One side for a third season. Despite, gaining promotion in the 2019/20 season before Covid curtailed the league, followed by a washed out 2020/21 season, the Wellers will have to battle it out in Division One for another season to once again gain promotion to the Premier Division.
A decision to reduce the Premier League to 14 clubs means there was no space for the Wellers to be promoted. The top division had 15 teams during the 2020/21 season, however Davys have folded ahead of the new season.
The new season will begin on September 5th. The complete list of teams to compete in Division One has yet to be confirmed.
Following the County Senior League AGM it was confirmed Wombwell Town will remain a Division One side for a third season. Despite, gaining promotion in the 2019/20 season before Covid curtailed the league, followed by a washed out 2020/21 season, the Wellers will have to battle it out in Division One for another season to once again gain promotion to the Premier Division.
A decision to reduce the Premier League to 14 clubs means there was no space for the Wellers to be promoted. The top division had 15 teams during the 2020/21 season, however Davys have folded ahead of the new season.
The new season will begin on September 5th. The complete list of teams to compete in Division One has yet to be confirmed.
27/07/21 - Daniel Wilkinson Trophy
Last night a Wombwell Town XI including nine former Shaw Lane team mates of Dan Wilkinson, played against Luke Forgione's Worsbrough Bridge Athletic team for the Daniel Wilkinson Trophy.
Dan Wilkinson collapsed and died almost five years ago while playing for Shaw Lane in a cup tie at Brighouse due to a condition called Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC).
Wombwell Town Director of Football Doug O'Connor, who held the same position at Shaw Lane, invited Dan's former team mates to take part and nine were able to visit Doug's new Club for the first time.
Doug took charge of the Wombwell Town XI with former Shaw Lane Assistant Manager John Reed alongside him in the dugout.
It looked as though there would be goals galore after ten minutes with the game already standing at 1-1 after Worsbrough took the lead on five minutes through Alfie Dodsworth as he curled the ball past Jordan Watson from the edge of the area.
The equaliser came just five minutes later as Alex Byrne, one of the former Shaw Lane stars currently with Matlock Town, did what he did best and supplied the perfect cross for Matty Thornton to head home into the corner.
No more goals came until four minutes into the second half when a piece of mis-control by Watson outside of his area gifted Luke Francis with a chance to score into an empty net, he duly obliged.
Despite late pressure from the Wellers players, through a series of corners and free-kicks no clear scoring chance arose and Worsbrough captain Ross Pritchard was presented the Daniel Wilkinson Trophy by former Shaw Lane Chairman Craig Wood.
Last night a Wombwell Town XI including nine former Shaw Lane team mates of Dan Wilkinson, played against Luke Forgione's Worsbrough Bridge Athletic team for the Daniel Wilkinson Trophy.
Dan Wilkinson collapsed and died almost five years ago while playing for Shaw Lane in a cup tie at Brighouse due to a condition called Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC).
Wombwell Town Director of Football Doug O'Connor, who held the same position at Shaw Lane, invited Dan's former team mates to take part and nine were able to visit Doug's new Club for the first time.
Doug took charge of the Wombwell Town XI with former Shaw Lane Assistant Manager John Reed alongside him in the dugout.
It looked as though there would be goals galore after ten minutes with the game already standing at 1-1 after Worsbrough took the lead on five minutes through Alfie Dodsworth as he curled the ball past Jordan Watson from the edge of the area.
The equaliser came just five minutes later as Alex Byrne, one of the former Shaw Lane stars currently with Matlock Town, did what he did best and supplied the perfect cross for Matty Thornton to head home into the corner.
No more goals came until four minutes into the second half when a piece of mis-control by Watson outside of his area gifted Luke Francis with a chance to score into an empty net, he duly obliged.
Despite late pressure from the Wellers players, through a series of corners and free-kicks no clear scoring chance arose and Worsbrough captain Ross Pritchard was presented the Daniel Wilkinson Trophy by former Shaw Lane Chairman Craig Wood.
Shaw Lane back together again.
(Left to right) Back Row: Oscar Radford, Ryan Qualter, Kieran Lugsden, Doug O'Connor, John Reed, Craig Wood, Spencer Harris, Steve Istead, Alex Byrne.
Front Row: Matty Thornton, Joe Thornton, Neil Austin, Kelvin Lugsden.
Both teams pose after the final whistle.
27/07/21 - Junior Tournament Feedback
Many thanks to the volunteers who helped to organise and run our very first Junior Football Tournament over the weekend of the 24th and 25th July. We wouldn't have been able to make it a success without everyone chipping in and, in some cases, going above and beyond the call of duty.
A huge thanks also goes to the teams who attended over the weekend. We hope you all enjoyed your time at the ground, whether you won or lost. We have received some fantastic feedback so far via social media and email, but if you wish to provide feedback good or (hopefully not) bad then please email wombwelltownfc@gmail.com
Many thanks to the volunteers who helped to organise and run our very first Junior Football Tournament over the weekend of the 24th and 25th July. We wouldn't have been able to make it a success without everyone chipping in and, in some cases, going above and beyond the call of duty.
A huge thanks also goes to the teams who attended over the weekend. We hope you all enjoyed your time at the ground, whether you won or lost. We have received some fantastic feedback so far via social media and email, but if you wish to provide feedback good or (hopefully not) bad then please email wombwelltownfc@gmail.com
21/07/21 - Worsbrough Bridge Friendly Details
With the friendly against Worsbrough Bridge for the Dan Wilkinson Trophy just a few days away we are delighted to announce that some of Dan's team mates will be appearing during the game as a mark of respect.
September marks five years since Dan collapsed on the pitch, playing for Shaw Lane, at Brighouse Town and they were keen to take part in the memorial game when they heard.
Alex Byrne, Spencer Harris, Joe Thornton, Kelvin and Kieran Lugsden, Steve Istead, and Ryan Qualter could be in-line to play some of the match, which will also see a new look Wombwell Town side and a re-shaped Worsbrough Bridge outfit under manager Luke Forgione, which includes formers Wellers Elliot Wilson and Callum Beaumont.
There will a £2 entry fee, however all takings and donations will go to The Daniel Wilkinson Foundation, set up in his name by his family.
With the friendly against Worsbrough Bridge for the Dan Wilkinson Trophy just a few days away we are delighted to announce that some of Dan's team mates will be appearing during the game as a mark of respect.
September marks five years since Dan collapsed on the pitch, playing for Shaw Lane, at Brighouse Town and they were keen to take part in the memorial game when they heard.
Alex Byrne, Spencer Harris, Joe Thornton, Kelvin and Kieran Lugsden, Steve Istead, and Ryan Qualter could be in-line to play some of the match, which will also see a new look Wombwell Town side and a re-shaped Worsbrough Bridge outfit under manager Luke Forgione, which includes formers Wellers Elliot Wilson and Callum Beaumont.
There will a £2 entry fee, however all takings and donations will go to The Daniel Wilkinson Foundation, set up in his name by his family.
21/07/21 - Tony Wigfull Departs U21 Set-up
Tony Wigfull, who coached our U19 side last season and our U21s in their first few months this summer, has departed to join another Under-21 side in the local area. We wish him all the best at his new club.
The U21's can also announce five friendlies to be played throughout August, which will give them some tough tests before their North Midlands League campaign gets under way in September. Check them out here: Under 21s Page.
Tony Wigfull, who coached our U19 side last season and our U21s in their first few months this summer, has departed to join another Under-21 side in the local area. We wish him all the best at his new club.
The U21's can also announce five friendlies to be played throughout August, which will give them some tough tests before their North Midlands League campaign gets under way in September. Check them out here: Under 21s Page.
16/07/21 - Tournament Details Update
For those teams who have entered our Junior Football Tournament, firstly a big thank you. We hope you'll enjoy the day (or days if you're attending the whole weekend). Clubs have today been emailed with regards to arrangements for the day. The match schedule has also been created and, with all going well, the matches will be finished by 2pm - with presentations to follow.
On our Junior Tournament page you will now find some relevant details for the weekend for teams, parents, players and visitors to the ground.
Finally, we would like to add that the weekend about fun and everyone inside the ground should show RESPECT to players, officials and spectators in the ground. Thank you.
For those teams who have entered our Junior Football Tournament, firstly a big thank you. We hope you'll enjoy the day (or days if you're attending the whole weekend). Clubs have today been emailed with regards to arrangements for the day. The match schedule has also been created and, with all going well, the matches will be finished by 2pm - with presentations to follow.
On our Junior Tournament page you will now find some relevant details for the weekend for teams, parents, players and visitors to the ground.
Finally, we would like to add that the weekend about fun and everyone inside the ground should show RESPECT to players, officials and spectators in the ground. Thank you.
13/07/21 - Introducing Club Wellers
We have recently re-launched our Wellers Lotto to become Club Wellers in order to provide additional benefits for all members and ensure that funds raised support all aspects of the club.
As we expand our junior section significantly, the funds raised through Club Wellers will be used directly to improve facilities and opportunities for all players and supporters.
For just £5 per month Club Wellers members will be entered in to two cash prize draws per month, receive a membership card that provides 10% off all refreshments in the clubhouse, be sent e-copies of match day programmes, receive regular newsletters and benefit from additional offers.
Please see the e-flyer and covering letter (via the Club Wellers page) for details and the webpage for new, updated membership numbers that will be used from July’s first draw.
All new members will play a major part in supporting the continued growth of Wombwell Town FC whilst standing a chance to win cash and benefit from discounts.
Please consider joining and spread the word.
Current Wellers Lotto players will automatically become Club Wellers.
We have recently re-launched our Wellers Lotto to become Club Wellers in order to provide additional benefits for all members and ensure that funds raised support all aspects of the club.
As we expand our junior section significantly, the funds raised through Club Wellers will be used directly to improve facilities and opportunities for all players and supporters.
For just £5 per month Club Wellers members will be entered in to two cash prize draws per month, receive a membership card that provides 10% off all refreshments in the clubhouse, be sent e-copies of match day programmes, receive regular newsletters and benefit from additional offers.
Please see the e-flyer and covering letter (via the Club Wellers page) for details and the webpage for new, updated membership numbers that will be used from July’s first draw.
All new members will play a major part in supporting the continued growth of Wombwell Town FC whilst standing a chance to win cash and benefit from discounts.
Please consider joining and spread the word.
Current Wellers Lotto players will automatically become Club Wellers.
01/07/21 - Worsbrough Bridge Friendly - The Dan Wilkinson Trophy
Wombwell Town are proud to announce that our friendly against Worsbrough Bridge on Monday 26th July will be in honour of Daniel Wilkinson.
Dan was just 24 when he collapsed and later died from an underlying heart condition called Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC) whilst playing for Barnsley-based Shaw Lane AFC on 12th September 2016.
Wombwell Town’s Director of Football Doug O’Connor and Committee Member David Exley were both club officials at Shaw Lane at the time and helped set up The Dan Wilkinson Trophy which was competed for between Shaw Lane and their opponents that evening, Brighouse Town.
When Shaw Lane folded in 2018 the Trophy was kept safe for a time when another memorial game could be played.
Daniel’s parents, Barry and Gill, set up the Daniel Wilkinson Foundation in their son’s honour and spend many hours raising awareness, providing funding for heart screenings for 14-35 year-olds and donating lifesaving defibrillators to grassroots sports clubs.
Barry and Gill both visited Wombwell Town in 2018 to hand over a new defibrillator to Doug O’Connor, so the new club could help any player or supporter should it ever be needed.
In early May of this year Worsbrough Bridge announced a partnership with the Foundation, with their logo emblazoned proudly on their away kit, for the 2021/22.
With Shaw Lane JFC merging with Wombwell Town over the summer the idea of playing a money-raising friendly for the Dan Wilkinson Trophy was raised and following discussions with Worsbrough Bridge this was quickly agreed.
The friendly will take place on Monday 26th July with a 7:30pm kick off at Wombwell Recreation Ground.
If you would like to find out more about The Daniel Wilkinson Foundation, please check out their website at: www.thedanielwilkinsonfoundation.org
Wombwell Town are proud to announce that our friendly against Worsbrough Bridge on Monday 26th July will be in honour of Daniel Wilkinson.
Dan was just 24 when he collapsed and later died from an underlying heart condition called Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC) whilst playing for Barnsley-based Shaw Lane AFC on 12th September 2016.
Wombwell Town’s Director of Football Doug O’Connor and Committee Member David Exley were both club officials at Shaw Lane at the time and helped set up The Dan Wilkinson Trophy which was competed for between Shaw Lane and their opponents that evening, Brighouse Town.
When Shaw Lane folded in 2018 the Trophy was kept safe for a time when another memorial game could be played.
Daniel’s parents, Barry and Gill, set up the Daniel Wilkinson Foundation in their son’s honour and spend many hours raising awareness, providing funding for heart screenings for 14-35 year-olds and donating lifesaving defibrillators to grassroots sports clubs.
Barry and Gill both visited Wombwell Town in 2018 to hand over a new defibrillator to Doug O’Connor, so the new club could help any player or supporter should it ever be needed.
In early May of this year Worsbrough Bridge announced a partnership with the Foundation, with their logo emblazoned proudly on their away kit, for the 2021/22.
With Shaw Lane JFC merging with Wombwell Town over the summer the idea of playing a money-raising friendly for the Dan Wilkinson Trophy was raised and following discussions with Worsbrough Bridge this was quickly agreed.
The friendly will take place on Monday 26th July with a 7:30pm kick off at Wombwell Recreation Ground.
If you would like to find out more about The Daniel Wilkinson Foundation, please check out their website at: www.thedanielwilkinsonfoundation.org
Dan Wilkinson
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Barry Wilkinson with Doug O'Connor
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30/06/21 - Worsbrough Bridge Friendly Arranged
Wombwell Town will host NCEL Division One side Worsbrough Bridge Athletic on Monday 26th July for a 7:30pm kick-off.
The friendly will be the first pre-season outing for the Wellers ahead of the 2021/22 season. More details to be released soon.
Wombwell Town will host NCEL Division One side Worsbrough Bridge Athletic on Monday 26th July for a 7:30pm kick-off.
The friendly will be the first pre-season outing for the Wellers ahead of the 2021/22 season. More details to be released soon.
28/06/21 - Under 19 Team Switch to Under 21
Wombwell Town Football Club will be represented at Under 21 level for the 2021/22 with Manager Jack Butterley looking forward to the challenge in what will be a strong division.
This announcement also means the Under 19 side will not be taking part in a league for the new season after finding out the Northern U19 Alliance League had folded.
The Club’s U19 side, led by Ryan Smith last season, played just three competitive matches – with the final game not actually counting towards the league after it had seemingly been abandoned already.
It is hoped that a select number of players from last season will stay with the club to form the new Under 21 side who will compete in the North Midlands Development Football League.
Following the league’s AGM last week, the new side have been placed into the North Division along with local side Worsbrough Bridge U21. The furthest trip will be to Dronfield Town in the midweek league where matches will probably be played on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday.
The NMDFL North division currently has eight teams with a further 15 teams in the Central and South divisions including Gainsborough Trinity and Retford United.
Players who are interested in training with the Under 21 squad with a view to join us can contact Jack Butterley on 07533 006262.
Wombwell Town Football Club will be represented at Under 21 level for the 2021/22 with Manager Jack Butterley looking forward to the challenge in what will be a strong division.
This announcement also means the Under 19 side will not be taking part in a league for the new season after finding out the Northern U19 Alliance League had folded.
The Club’s U19 side, led by Ryan Smith last season, played just three competitive matches – with the final game not actually counting towards the league after it had seemingly been abandoned already.
It is hoped that a select number of players from last season will stay with the club to form the new Under 21 side who will compete in the North Midlands Development Football League.
Following the league’s AGM last week, the new side have been placed into the North Division along with local side Worsbrough Bridge U21. The furthest trip will be to Dronfield Town in the midweek league where matches will probably be played on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday.
The NMDFL North division currently has eight teams with a further 15 teams in the Central and South divisions including Gainsborough Trinity and Retford United.
Players who are interested in training with the Under 21 squad with a view to join us can contact Jack Butterley on 07533 006262.
